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COURSE INFORMATION
1. Course Number : PHILO 1A
2. Course Name : Social Philosophy: Values Formation
3. Course Description : Philosophy 1a is a course that deals with the understanding of man according
to Philosophy, morality and ethics, which focuses on the realization of the
ultimate meaning of his existence. It includes the study of man as moral being,
as ndividual, as a social being and as being of value.
4. Pre-requisite : None
5. Co-requisite : None
6. Credit : 3.0 units
7. Class schedule : 6 hours per week
8. Program Educational Objectives (PEO) of BSA:
Program Educational Objectives (PEO):
Five (5) years after graduation, graduates of the BSA program shall:
1. Demonstrate technical and professional competence in the practice of the profession: private, government, academe and public
accounting; and
2. Involve in continuing professional development through participation to trainings, seminars, conferences and further studies
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PHILO 1A – Course Syllabus
SO 1 Communicate effectively orally and in writing using both English and Filipino
Resolve business issues and problems, with a global perspective and particular emphasis on matters
confronting financial statement preparers and users, using their knowledge and technical proficiency in the
SO 3*
areas of financial accounting and reporting, cost accounting and management, management accounting,
auditing, taxation and accounting information systems.
Conduct accounting research through independent studies of relevant literature and appropriate use of
SO 4
accounting theory and methodologies.
Employ technology as a business tool in capturing financial and non-financial information, generating
SO 5
reports and making decisions.
SO 6* Apply knowledge and skills that will enable them to successfully respond to various types of assessments
(including professional licensure and certifications).
Confidently maintain a professional commitment to good corporate citizenship, social responsibility and
SO 7*
ethical practice when performing functions as a professional accountant.
CO 2 Explain the principles that govern human and acts of man including L L
L
the norms of morality.
CO 3 Discuss the different ethical theories on natural law and L L
L
relativism, human rights and duties, and bioethics.
Legend: L = Facilitate LEARNING of the competencies (input is provided and competency is evaluated)
O = Provide OPPORTUNITY for development (no input or evaluation, but there is opportunity to
practice the competencies)
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Department of Accounting Education
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PHILO 1A – Course Syllabus
Assessment Task
CO Theory-based Practice-based Assessment Coverage
Schedule
1. Identify the underlying Multiple Formulation of First Exam Part 1: Definition of
philosophies behind Choice Personal Philosophy andNature of
man’s action. Questions Philosophy Ethics
2. Explain the principles that Multiple Short Essay Second Exam Part 2: Human acts and
govern human and acts of man Choice Norms of Morality
including the norms of morality. Questions
3.Discuss the different ethical Multiple Third Exam Part 3:Ethical Theory of
theories on natural law and Choice Short Essay Natural Law, Ethical Theory
relativism, human rights and Questions of Relativism, Rights and
duties , and bioethics. Duties, Bioethics
*Final assessment will be a comprehensive examination (from first topic to the last) in a Multiple
Choice Questions
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Third Exam Part 3: Ethical Multiple Choice You are expected to have deep knowledge of the different
Theory of Questions ethical theories on natural law and relativism, human rights
Natural Law, (100% of the and duties, and bioethics. This includes topics in part 2
Ethical Theory exam) (Norms of Morality and Determinants of Morality), and the
of Relativism, different philosophies of man. This part is also designed for
Rights and you to make a critical analysis of the crucial role of these
Duties, theories in the society especially on how people view what is
Part 4: right and wrong.
Bioethics
Final Exam Part 1-4 Multiple Choice This assessment task is designed for you to demonstrate a
Questions comprehensive understanding of the entire course.
First Exam Part 1: Formulation of In this task, you are required to write your own philosophy
Definition of Personal about the meaning of life, reality and existence.
Philosophy Philosophy The philosophy should be written in short bond paper 1 page
and Nature of (30% of the only.
Ethics exam) You will be graded according to the following criteria (see
rubric attached):
1. Depth of Ideas (10 points)
2. Relevance to reality (10 points)
3. Authenticity (5 points)
4. Organization of thought (5 points)
Second Exam Part 2: Short Essay In this task, you are required to write an essay about the
Human Acts and differences and relationships between human and eternal law.
Norms of You will be graded according to the ff. criteria:
Morality 1. Depth of Analysis 15pts.
2. Coherence of Ideas 10pts.
3. Academic Literacy 5pts.
Third Exam Part3: Short Essay In this task, you are required to write an argumentative essay
Ethical Theory Reflection (pros & cons) about the legalization of same- sex marriage and
of Natural Law Paper divorce in the Philippines.
and Relativism; You will be graded according to the ff. criteria:
Rights and 1. Depth of Analysis 15 pts.
Duties 2. Coherence of Ideas 10 pts.
Part 4: 3. Academic Literacy 5 pts.
Bioethics
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PHILO 1A – Course Syllabus
Ethics Lecture/Discussion
Aesthetics Group Dynamics
Metaphysics Newspaper Model Ambong Fernandez et al., eds., (2012) Ethics: Basic
Epistemology Group Reflections Concepts, Theories and Cases (Davao City: MS LOPEZ
Printing & Publishing,,pp.5-13.
Cosmology Illustrations on the
Philosophy of Man Philosophical Notion Francisco M. Zulueta, (2010) Introduction to Philosophy
Nature of Ethics
Etymological Meaning of Ethics
Ethics and Morality
Ethics: A Philosophy of Action
Ethics: A Practical Discipline
The Importance of Studying Ethics
The Difference between Ethics and
Law
Division of Ethics
Characteristics of Moral Principles
TOPICS FOR SECOND EXAMINATION
Week 4 Human Acts Devils’ Advocate
Ambong Fernandez et al., (2012) Ethics:
to Nature of Human Act Lecture Basic Concepts, Theories and Cases (Davao
Week 5 Human Act and Act of Man Student- Centered City: MS Lopez Printing & Publishing,pp. 21-
Essential Qualities of Human Act Discussion 34.
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1. TEXTBOOK
Atacador, Rey,etal. (2015) Introduction to Ethics with Social Philosophy and Values Formation.Mutya Publishing House,Inc.
REFERENCES
a.Eddie R. Babon, Bioethics: A Philosophical Journey and A Critical Analysis into The Life Sciences: A Guide to
Healthcare Providers (N.P.P: C & E Publishing, Inc. 2010)
b. Fransisco, M. Zulueta, (2010) Introduction to Philosophy.Mandaluyong City: Cacho Hermanos, Inc.
c. Raymundo, Pavo et.al.(2011) Social Philosophy & Value Formation: An Invitation to Responsible Ethical Thinking
(Davao City: Scientiarum Publishing
d. Family Code of the Phil. http://www.Chanrobles.Com/executiveorderno 209Html
e. Benn, Piers . Ethics London , GBR : Taylor & Francis , 1998 . Proquest ebrary Web. 4 March 2015
f. Hoffe, Otfried & Fernbach, David . Aristotles Nichomachean Ethics . London : Brill, 2010. Proquest ebrary . Web 5
March 2015
g. Lear, Gabriel Richardsoy . Happy Lives & the Highest Good : An Essay on Aristotle's Nichomachean Ethics .
New/Jersey .Princetoy University Press, 2005 proquest ebrary. Web 5 March 2015.
h. Richards, Bernadette. Ethics: Contemporary Perspective : The Ethics of Ethics . USA: ATF Press, 2013 . Proquest
ebrary . Web 5 March 2015.
2. COURSE EVALUATION
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PHILO 1A – Course Syllabus
JOSEPH ANINO
Faculty JANET M. MATUGUINAS,CPA,MBA
Department Chair- BSAT/BSA
EVELYN P. SALUDES,Ed.D.
AVP-Tagum
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